Comparison / Mercado Pago


A payment platform designed for tourism businesses to accept international payments.
Traditional banks offering traditional POS card payment machines, and sometimes limited online payment capabilities.
Send payment links, charge card details online and in-person, add website booking widget, charge virtual credit cards (VCCs).
Bank transfer, physical POS, online payments.
Fees
2.9% + $1 USD per transaction.
Varies; typically monthly fees of USD 10-30 + 3-5% per payment + markups for international cards and American Express.
Coverage
Serve thousands of businesses in 50+ countries. Rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot.
Varies by bank / country.
Serve thousands of businesses in 50+ countries. Rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot.
Varies by bank / country.
Tourism focus
Yes.
No.





